Adoption of digital transformation strategies for library services by private university libraries in Osun State, Nigeria

Abstract

This study aims to investigate the adoption of digital transformation strategies for library services by private university libraries in Osun State, Nigeria. Three research questions were raised from the research objectives of the study. The research design adopted for the study was a descriptive survey design. Total enumeration method was used to draw the sample size. Data was collected from seventy one (71) library personnel in private university libraries in South West, Nigeria. Data analysis was analysed using simple mean, standard deviation, frequency count and percentages to answer the research questions. The findings of this study revealed that private universities utilise cloud-based services for efficient storage and accessibility of digital content. online access to electronic resources is user-friendly and widely utilised; and limited availability of financial resources hinders the effective implementation of digital transformation strategies. The study recommended that libraries should strengthen their collaboration with faculties to integrate digital resources into the curriculum and promote the extensive use of e-books and other electronic resources.